What to do if asparagus fern does not grow new branches

1. Increase light appropriately

Although asparagus fern prefers a cooler environment, in order for the plant to grow healthily and for the branches to sprout smoothly, it is necessary to increase the light appropriately. This can greatly help the growth of the plant, especially when asparagus fern is growing new buds and branches. If it is exposed to light for 1 to 2 hours a day, the time it takes for new branches to grow can be shortened.

2. Appropriate soil change and topdressing

Although it does not have high requirements for fertilizer, the prerequisite is to ensure that the basic nutrients in the potting soil are sufficient. As it grows, it will continuously consume the nutrients in the pot, so it is necessary to supplement nutrients appropriately at this time. Usually you can apply fertilizer when changing the soil, which can provide it with sufficient nutrients to meet its normal growth needs, so that new branches can grow out quickly. Alternatively, you can add some glucose water or sugar water to the soil in the pot, which is also a good way to encourage the growth of new branches.

3. Proper pruning

If you want your asparagus fern to always have a good tree shape and grow more side branches, reasonable pruning is essential. The pruning method is very simple. You just need to cut off the top growth point of the branch. At this time, the plant will stop growing upward due to the loss of its growth point, and instead begin to sprout side branches and new branches around it. Of course, you can also cut off old branches that are not growing well, especially those that have turned yellow. This will save more nutrients for them and also encourage new branches and new leaves to continue to grow.

4. Tips

In order to keep it growing well and looking good, it is necessary to do a good job of daily management, whether it is temperature, light, water, fertilizer or pruning, all need to be done properly.